Mercedes-Benz today announced an exclusive ‘Summer Care Camp 2019’ for its discerning customers. This exclusive campaign comprises thorough service check-up of the Three-Pointed Star and enhancing the on-road performance and ownership experience of every Mercedes-Benz this summer. Effective from 15-April until 15-May 2019, the Summer Care Camp will include a thorough check-up of the car’s electronic systems and testing of the air-conditioning function apart from a complimentary top-up of the AC refrigerant. Other services like complimentary evaluation of the car will be part of the Summer Service Camp.
As a part of the Mercedes-Benz Summer Care Camp check-up, the customers can avail the following:
Complementary AC Checkup
Complementary Vehicle Checkup (Checkup of Tires, Brakes, Fluid Levels and all electronic checkups)
Special offer on select maintenance parts
Special offer on Mercedes-Benz AC Spa Treatment and Mercedes-Benz Quick and Clean Combo
Quick facts on Mercedes-Benz Air conditioning systems
Mercedes-Benz vehicles have its hardware and software individually designed and adapted for maximum performance and efficiency for each car line
A multitude of sensors give inputs to A/C control units and these are then processed and used to control various functions for performance, air quality, control quality, noise level and efficiency. Mercedes-Benz AC systems ranges from 1 zone manual A/C (THERMATIC) to 4 zone Auto AC (THERMOTRONIC)
Key factors affecting the optimal functioning of a vehicle’s air-conditioning:
Outside temperature and humidity; in car temperature setting
Incident of raise from the sun entering the vehicle’s interior
Air conditioner’s filter and dust filter condition
Speed of the vehicle
Rear side windows and panoramic roof and shutter position
Heating of vehicle parts due to parking under sun (particularly in summer). Key information about Mercedes-Benz Air Conditioners:
Mercedes-Benz vehicles with automatic AC gradually attain a comfortable 22 degree Celsius cabin temperature within 10 to 15 mins from the time the Air Conditioner is turned on
Mercedes-Benz Air condition systems are designed to reduce draught and improve performance, air quality, control quality, noise level and efficiency; without affecting the
body condition of the passenger It is important to note that direct exposure to cold air draught (Blast of cold air) for prolonged periods affects skin and body
Mercedes-Benz recommends the Air conditioners to be used in ‘Auto’ mode for optimal cooling and comfort. Air conditioners can be set manually if so desired, in particular situations as mentioned
below:
Air conditioners A/C control– ON | Temperature setting– Low | Re-Circulation mode –ON | Blower speed – Max | A/C Auto Mode–OFF | Blower position – Central | All Sun blinds rolled up | Vehicle should be in running condition | Use in above setting may result in high air blow and blower noise | Ventilate the cabin when vehicle is exposed to direct sunlight for longer periods